Penguins/NHL category, Page 223
Penguins A to Z: Once again, Alex D’Orio faces an uphill battle
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Alex D’Orio Position: Goaltender Catches: Right...
Penguins prospects Joel Blomqvist, Calle Clang selected for World Junior Championship rosters
Penguins goaltending prospects Joel Blomqvist and Calle Clang have been selected to the IIHF World Junior Championship tournament rosters of Finland and Sweden, respectively. Blomqvist, a second-round selection (No. 52 overall) in this year’s draft, has primarily played for Hermes in Finland’s second-tier Mestis league this season. In nine games,...
Penguins A to Z: Kevin Czuczman finds value as a mentorVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Kevin Czuczman Position: Defenseman Shoots: Left...
Penguins say project at former Civic Arena site remains on track
The latest snag in the delayed project to redevelop the former Civic Arena site in Pittsburgh’s Lower Hill District shouldn’t impact plans to start construction on the site next year, Pittsburgh Penguins Vice President and General Counsel Kevin Acklin said Thursday. “This is a technicality related to the interruptions all...
Penguins A to Z: Persistence paid off for free-agent acquisition Josh CurrieVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Josh Currie Position: Right winger Shoots:...
Penguins A to Z: Sidney Crosby is still the NHL’s best player (when healthy)Video
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Sidney Crosby Position: Center Shoots: Left...
Penguins A to Z: Cody Ceci gets a second chance, againVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Cody Ceci Position: Defenseman Shoots: Right...
Former AHL assistant accuses Penguins of whistleblower violations after sexual assault allegations
Former Penguins minor league assistant coach Jarrod Skalde has accused the Pittsburgh Penguins of violating whistleblower laws after he reported a superior for sexually assaulting his wife, according to a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Scranton. The lawsuit alleges Clark Donatelli, former head coach of the Penguins’ American...
Penguins A to Z: Can Teddy Blueger claim the third-line center role?Video
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Teddy Blueger Position: Center Shoots: Left...
Penguins Prospect Watch: Kasper Bjorkqvist snaps goalless streak before Liiga shutdownVideo
While the NHL and many leagues in North America are in the the midst of their offseasons because of the coronavirus pandemic, several leagues in Europe and a handful in North America have already opened play for the 2020-21 season. Twenty of the Penguins’ prospects or minor leaguers are currently...
Penguins A to Z: Kasper Bjorkqvist finally gets some much-needed playing timeVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Kasper Bjorkqvist Position: Right winger Shoots:...
Ex-Penguins forward Maxim Lapierre retiresVideo
Former Penguins forward Maxim Lapierre announced his retirement on Sunday. Lapierre, 35, enjoyed a 10-year career in the NHL with the Penguins as well as the Montreal Canadiens, Anaheim Ducks, Vancouver Canucks and St. Louis Blues. Throughout his career, Lapierre was primarily used as a bottom-six forward who often agitated...
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins sign forward Jordan Nolan
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have signed forward Jordan Nolan to a one-year American Hockey League (AHL) contract. Nolan, 31, has six years of NHL experience on his resume, having appeared in 375 career games, primarily with the Los Angeles Kings. A seventh-round draft pick (No. 186 overall) in 2009 by the...
Penguins A to Z: Jordy Bellerive embraces a bottom-six roleVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Jordy Bellerive Shoots: Left Age: 21...
Why do the Penguins have so many Finnish players?Video
Having worked as a scout in some capacity for the Penguins since 2006, assistant general manager Patrik Allvin commands extensive familiarity with the franchise’s players, those on the NHL roster as well as their pool of prospects. He’s knows everything about their backgrounds, personalities, skill sets and development. There’s one...
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins sign former Ducks draft pick Kyle Olson
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins signed forward Kyle Olson to a one-year American Hockey League (AHL) contract. A fourth-round pick (No. 122 overall) by the Anaheim Ducks in 2017, Olson was never signed by that franchise and became an unrestricted free agent in 2019. Last season, he attended the Buffalo Sabres’ training...
Penguins A to Z: Can Zach Aston-Reese build off his breakout season?
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Zach Aston-Reese Position: Center Shoots: Right...
Penguins A to Z: The future might not be now for Anthony AngelloVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Anthony Angello Position: Center Shoots: Right...
Mark Madden: Forget January; the NHL shouldn’t return until October
The NHL season is scheduled to start in January … or February. March, perhaps. But perhaps October of 2021 would be the best idea. Barring utter failure of the covid vaccine or a chicken-hearted approach to returning to normalcy once it’s taken a foothold, it’s difficult to imagine that hockey...
Penguins A to Z: Justin Almeida needs to show progress in his second professional seasonVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Justin Almeida Position: Left winger Shoots:...
Penguins A to Z: Niclas Almari is facing a lost seasonVideo
While the NHL is on hold because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 48 individuals under NHL contract with the organization, from mid-level prospect Niclas Almari to high-profile trade acquisition Jason Zucker. Niclas Almari Position: Defenseman Shoots: Left...
TV Talk: AT&T SportsNet returns to Verizon’s FiOS TV
AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh and Verizon have reached a deal to return the regional sports network to the FiOS TV lineup, effective immediately. AT&T SportsNet, home to Penguins and Pirates games, went dark on Verizon systems on Sept. 30 following a retransmission spat over a new contract. A joint release issued...
First Call: Injured Steeler vents about Ravens rescheduling fiasco; Jim Rutherford still a top-10 GM?
Tuesday’s “First Call” has a creative idea to solve the Steelers-Ravens fiasco. We also hear from one frustrated Steeler about the pace of rescheduling. Former Penguins defenseman Trevor Daley talks about his new role with the franchise. Is his boss still a top-10 general manager? And we preview at least...
Penguins Prospect Watch: Goaltender Joel Blomqvist gets first shutout with HermesVideo
While the NHL and many leagues in North America are in the the midst of their offseasons because of the coronavirus pandemic, several leagues in Europe and the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League have already opened play for the 2020-21 season. Eighteen of the Penguins’ prospects or minor leaguers are...
Tim Benz: With Penguins waiting to return, Robert Morris carries the flag for Pittsburgh hockey
Under the coronavirus cloud, the NHL is still trying to figure out a way to return to play for the 2020-21 season. Well, let’s be honest. We can pretty much drop the 2020 part of that equation at this point, can’t we? But even without the Penguins on the ice,...
